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Daniele De Rossi Takes Genoa Helm After Vieira’s Departure

Freshly appointed new Genoa head coach Daniele De Rossi

Key Takeaways:

  • Daniele De Rossi was appointed as Genoa’s new coach on 6 November 2025, succeeding Patrick Vieira
  • His contract extends until the summer of 2026, with an automatic one-year renewal if Genoa avoids relegation
  • The 42-year-old will earn 800,000 euros until the end of the current season, according to Italian media

Coaching Appointment and Contract Details

Daniele De Rossi has been officially named as Genoa’s new head coach, with a deal that secures his position until the summer of 2026. The agreement contains a conditional one-year extension, effective if the club retains its top-flight status at the end of the season. Reports from Italian media state that De Rossi will receive a salary amounting to 800,000 euros until the current campaign concludes.

Managerial Change Following Crucial Victory

The 42-year-old De Rossi steps into the role following the departure of Patrick Vieira, who was dismissed after Genoa suffered defeat to Cremonese. At the point of Vieira’s exit, Genoa occupied the bottom spot in the league table. However, the club responded positively in the subsequent match, securing their first win of the season by overcoming Sassuolo with a 2:1 scoreline. This result saw Genoa climb away from last place.

De Rossi’s Coaching Background

This appointment marks only the third team that De Rossi has managed during his coaching career. Previously, he was at the helm of SPAL and later took charge at Roma, with his stint at the latter ending in September of last year.

Early Steps with the Griffins

De Rossi is set to oversee his inaugural training session with the team this afternoon. His first official press conference in charge of Genoa will take place tomorrow.

PositionNameAgeContract UntilReported Salary for Current Season
Head CoachDaniele De Rossi42Summer 2026800,000 euros

Official Communication

Genoa CFC announces that it has entrusted Daniele De Rossi with the technical leadership of the first team. The new coach has already met the players in the squad and will lead the afternoon training session scheduled at the Signorini Sports Center.


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